Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (12/27/19)
MODESTO
What: 2020 Winter Math Academy
When: Jan. 6-10, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Hobby Lobby, 2801 McHenry Ave.
Info: Participants will learn multiplication, division and fractions using hands-on materials designed to enhancing pre-algebra skills. Space is limited, tuition is free, $100 materials charge. To register, visit sundarsteamacademy.com. Questions, contact Viji K. Sundar at 209-918-2469 or email drsundarmathcenter@gmail.com.
What: Games, exercise for older adults
When: Friday, Jan. 17, 2020, 10 a.m.
Where: Houser Glen Senior Facility, 1224 Houser Lane
Info: Healthy Aging Association will hosts a class with games, mixed with exercise. The activity is an evidence-based program that has proven to elevate the lives of older adults. To be included in the free class, call 209-525-4670; advance signup is required for entry into the Houser Glen Senior Facility. Info: visit www.healthyagingassociation.org.
What: McHenry Mansion New Docent Orientation
When: Wednesday, Jan. 22, 9:30 a.m.
Where: McHenry Mansion, 906 15th St.
Info: The McHenry Mansion will hold a new docent orientation and training at the McHenry Mansion. After the orientation, the selected new docents will begin eight weeks of classes on the history of the mansion, starting Jan. 29, every Wednesday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. A class materials fee of $35 is required. McHenry Foundation membership starts at $45. Questions, call Richard Cato at 209-484-8572 or email ask4cato@hotmail.com or call the McHenry Mansion Gift Shop at 209-549-0426 or visit mchenrymansion.org.
OAKDALE
What: Center for Human Services Crab Feed Fundraiser
When: Friday, Jan. 31, 6-11 p.m.
Where: Gene Bianchi Community Center, 110 S. Second St.
Info: The Center for Human Services, Oakdale Family Resource and Counseling Center invites the community to its crab feed fundraiser. Money raised goes to fund the Oakdale center’s many programs for children, families and individuals. Tickets, $65. Sponsorships, call 209-526-1476, ext. 197, for details. To purchase individual tickets, visit bit.ly/oakdalecrabfeed or buy in person at the Oakdale center. Questions, call 209-847-0420 or visit www.centerforhumanservices.org.
SONORA
What: UCCE Master Gardener Volunteers
When: Thursday, Jan. 23, 3-7:30 p.m.
Where: Call/Email for class location
Info: UCCE Master Gardener volunteers learn university-based scientific information and then share that knowledge with the gardening community. Master Gardener membership is open to anyone in Calaveras and Tuolumne counties. A background check and fingerprinting is required. A fee of $195 will be charged to cover the cost of all class materials. Interested, visit: ucanr.edu. Questions, 209-533-5695 or email dlpowell@ucanr.edu.
TURLOCK
What: Sunshine Club weekly luncheon
When: Mondays, 1 p.m.
Where: IHOP, 1625 Countryside Drive
Info: The Sunshine Club is a support group for men and women who have lost a loved one. Meet people who understand what suddenly being alone really means. The lunch is no-host. Info: Darlene at 209-668-6792.
TWAIN HARTE
What: Twain Harte Soroptimist Crab Feed
When: Saturday, Jan. 19, 4:30 p.m.
Where: Tuolumne Veterans’ Memorial Hall, 8375 Fir Ave.
Info: The Soroptimist International of Twain Harte invite the public to its all-you-can-eat crab feed. The Soroptimist will hold the crab feed at the Tuolumne Veterans’ Memorial Hall. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. Clam chowder, pasta, salad, all-you-can-eat crab and dessert will be offered. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at twainhartesoroptimist.org or by calling 209-928-1616 or visiting the El Dorado Savings and Umpqua Bank in Twain Harte. All proceeds benefit local charities.
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75 YEARS AGO: It was reported that the War Production Board gave its approval to the Modesto School Board to construct a 15-room building in south Modesto. The building was to be on the east side of Crows Landing Highway north of Hatch Road. The total cost of the project was estimated at $68,505. The board wanted to meet the needs of the community, as well as the future needs after WWII.
This story was originally published December 26, 2019 at 12:26 PM with the headline "Meetings, club events in and around Modesto (12/27/19)."